Photos: 5 unique bridges around the world
Updated On Aug 22, 2018 12:32 PM IST
From bridges made of tree roots to ones that resemble a DNA structure or the hand of God, there are many different types of bridges around the world that you need to know about.
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Golden Bridge, Vietnam: The “Golden Bridge” in Vietnam has attracted hordes of guests since it opened in the Ba Na Hills near Danang in June. It is designed to make visitors feel like they’re taking a stroll on a shimmering thread stretching across the hands of gods. (AFP)
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Living Root Bridge, Meghalaya: The bridges are made from the roots of the rubber tree. To make them grow in the right direction, locals from the Khasi tribe use betel nut trunks, hollowed out in the middle to create a guidance system. The bridges gain strength over time and can carry up to 50 people at a time. The life of these bio-engineering wonders is estimated at 500 years. (Shutterstock)
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Helix Bridge, Singapore: This bridge across the Singapore river was designed to resemble the structure of the DNA. It is made of steel and is illuminated by LED lighting at night. (Shutterstock)
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Wind and Rain Bridge, China: The Chengyang Bridge in Guangxi province of China spans the Linxi River, and boasts of five pagoda structures atop it. Interestingly, not a single nail was used to construct this bridge. Go figure! (Shutterstock)
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Updated on Aug 22, 2018 12:32 PM IST